This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cinco de Mayo Loteria 10:00am - 11:30am Adults Eventos En Español This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cinco de Mayo Loteria 10:00am - 11:30am Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Viste tu ropa típica de Mexico y ven a celebrar 5 de mayo en la biblioteca jugando la loteria. Si gustan traer una botana mexicana para compartir durante el juego de la loteria. ¡Habra premio para el ganador! ¡No faltes!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm - 6:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm - 5:00pm Adults, Young Adult Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm - 5:00pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults, Young Adult Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Consult with skilled staff regarding tech questions. Call ahead for details about what we are able to assist you with. No registration required at this time.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, All Ages Workshop Open Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:00pm - 5:00pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2025 Thu Build a Star Wars Mini LED Lightsaber 6:00pm - 7:15pm Children Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Waitlist Registration This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2025 Thu Build a Star Wars Mini LED Lightsaber 6:00pm - 7:15pm Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Waitlist Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: "In a Library Makerspace Close by.. Young Jedi alongside Jedi Master Myriam come together to build their own lightsabers...... Registration Required! For ages 6-13! Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 2 2025 Fri Open Mic - May 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 2 2025 Fri Open Mic - May 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Share music with your peers in this relaxed atmosphere.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 3 2025 Sat Friends of the Library Garden Day 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Other This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 3 2025 Sat Friends of the Library Garden Day 10:00am - 12:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Parking Lot Across the Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: Join the Friends of the Library for the annual garden cleanup in front of the Library. Plant flowers, clean pavers, trim bushes and spread mulch to help keep the front of the Library looking great!
This event is in the "Children" group. May 3 2025 Sat Springtime Kid's Paint & Sip 11:00am - 12:00pm Children Arts & Crafts Open Registration This event is in the "Children" group. May 3 2025 Sat Springtime Kid's Paint & Sip 11:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Spring has sprung! Join us as we celebrate with a springtime Paint & Sip event. Please register your child to participate in this free event. Walk-ins day-of may be turned away if event is at-capacity. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 3 2025 Sat Toddler Time: Fun with Friends 2:30pm - 4:00pm Children Other Open Registration This event is in the "Children" group. May 3 2025 Sat Toddler Time: Fun with Friends 2:30pm - 4:00pm Other Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Seats Remaining: 49 Event Details: Join us for Toddler Time: Fun with Friends! This event is for friends under four ONLY. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 4 2025 Sun Stars Wars Photoshoot 1:30pm - 3:30pm All Ages Other This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 4 2025 Sun Stars Wars Photoshoot 1:30pm - 3:30pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us in the Tech Annex on May 4th for a Star Wars photo shoot. Come dressed in your Star Wars Cosplay and take a picture. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 4 2025 Sun Videogame Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Children Other This event is in the "Children" group. May 4 2025 Sun Videogame Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 5 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am - 11:30am Children Arts & Crafts, Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. May 5 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am - 11:30am Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Come by for a Bilingual Storytime and then a craft! No registration required! ¡Ven a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingüe y luego de una manualidad! ¡No es necesario registrarse! Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 Mon Bingo 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Other This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 Mon Bingo 10:30am - 11:30am Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 Mon Spring Wreath DIY 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 Mon Spring Wreath DIY 11:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Come and make a Spring Wreath! All materials will be provided. Registration is required; limit 15.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 5 2025 Mon Let's Make a Mother's Day Card! 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español This event is in the "Children" group. May 5 2025 Mon Let's Make a Mother's Day Card! 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Event Details: Children please bring a picture of a loved one, could be mom or a personal picture to include in your card. Or we will have print outs that you can use for this project. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group. May 6 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am - 10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. May 6 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Story-Time for babies & toddlers on Tuesdays at 10:00AM.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Event Details: Los participantes a este grupo de creatividad y voluntariado comparten sus ideas y creatividad y prestan sus servicios a los eventos de la biblioteca. Para más información llame a 708-388-1078 Ext 18
This event is in the "Children" group. May 6 2025 Tue Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz 3:00pm - 4:15pm Children Health & Wellness This event is in the "Children" group. May 6 2025 Tue Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz 3:00pm - 4:15pm Health & Wellness Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages 10+ Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 6 2025 Tue Maker Challenge: Painting 3D Printed Pokemon 3:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts Open Registration This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 6 2025 Tue Maker Challenge: Painting 3D Printed Pokemon 3:00pm - 5:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Paint your favorite Pokemon.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 6 2025 Tue Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 6 2025 Tue Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm - 5:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “How to Be Old” 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “How to Be Old” 7:00pm - 9:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join the Friends of the Blue Island Public Library for lively discussion of current titles.The title discussed on May 6 will be How to Be Old by Lyn Slater.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Eventos En Español This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION 10:00am - 12:00pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Inscribete para las clases de inglés para aprender gramática, vocabulario, pronunciación y frases útiles en inglés.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 7 2025 Wed S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) 10:00am - 6:00pm Young Adult Teen Volunteer Opportunity Open Registration This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 7 2025 Wed S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) 10:00am - 6:00pm Teen Volunteer Opportunity Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Young Adult/Teen Area Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Multi-Employer Hiring Event and Career Mini Mart at Midlothian Library 1:30pm - 3:00pm Adults Community Event Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Multi-Employer Hiring Event and Career Mini Mart at Midlothian Library 1:30pm - 3:00pm Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Online / Remote Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: A free multi-employer hiring event and career mini-mart. This event will take place at the Midlothian Public Library. To register, visit this link:
